Fellowship in Cytopathology

Description: This one-year program is based on the cytopathology laboratories at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the contiguous John L. McClellan Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Opportunities to resolve diagnostic problems through interaction with the laboratories of electron microscopy, hematopathology and flow cytometry, as well as close cooperation with the division of surgical pathology enhance the fellow's experience. The material available for study and diagnosis includes 7,000 nongynecologic specimens, of which approximately 1,800 are fine needle aspirations. Almost half of fine needle aspirations are performed by the pathology department, including the cytopathology fellow. Proficiency in obtaining, preparing and interpreting aspirate samples is a major focus of our program, and close interaction with the clinical services is an essential part of the experience. Our 12,000 gynecologic specimens are predominatly thin preparation based and represent a high-risk population, and extensive interaction with our active gynecologic oncology service is an important part of the program.  A rich teaching conference schedule for cytopathology and other areas of pathology, and comprehensive teaching sets complement training.
The fellow is given gradually increasing and supervised responsibility, and is expected to participate in the teaching of cytotechnology students in the Cytotechnology School of the College of Health Related Professions as well as pathology residents.  He/she is also expected to participate in the research activities of the division, leading to presentations at the national/international meetings, and to publications.  This program aims for training cytopathologists with well-rounded skills and the flexibility to pursue any goal they may have in their career.

Requirements: Board certification or eligibility in AP or AP/CP

Number of Fellowship Available: 1

Stipend: $47,000 per year

Applications:Send curriculum vitae, a personal statement and the names of three references to:

Murat Gokden, MD
Cytopathology Fellowship Director
University of Arkansas for Medical Science
4301 West Markham, Slot 517
Little Rock, Arkansas 72205

Contact: Renee Gordon, Fellowship Coordinator (501) 603-1508.